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April 22, 1956 was the 113th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is April 22, 1956 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 22, 1956, who was born and died on April 22, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 22, 1956, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The Creature Walks Among Us, directed by John Sherwood), TV series (e.g. Double Cross) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 22nd, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 22, 1956?
- April 22, 1956: What happened on that day?
- April 22, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 22, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 22, 1956?
- April 22, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 22, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
- April 22, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 22, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
- April 22, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 22, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 22, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 22, 1956?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 22, 1956?
- Who was the Pope on April 22, 1956?
What day of the week was April 22, 1956?
April 22, 1956 was a Sunday and it was the 113th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 22, 1956 can also be written as 4/22/1956 in the US and as 22/4/1956 in UK and Europe.
April 22, 1956: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 22, 1956:
- Patty berg wins lpga dallas golf open.
April 22, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 22nd is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 22, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 22, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Discover the planets positions on April 22nd, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 22, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 22, 1956 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 22, 1956 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on April 22, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 04:30 pm and setting at 03:58 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 26, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Apr 25, 1956.
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Who was born on April 22, 1956?
Famous people born on April 22, 1956:
- Catherine Mary Stewart
Edmonton, alberta -- actress (passion & paradise).
- Martin Szekely
His work as an interior architect in france is a mix of industrial and refined.
- Kizza Besigye
- Elisabeth Fanger
- Atanas Malinov
- Jukka-Pekka Saraste
- Bruce A. Young
- Eddy Van Lancker
- Giovanni Battista Bilo
- Valerio Gallorini
- Vladimir Kara
Whose famous birthday is on April 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 22nd:
![Amber Heard]()
Amber HeardAmber heard is an american actress known for her roles in films such as aquaman and the rum diary.
![Jack Nicholson]()
Jack NicholsonAfter years of playing smaller roles, he is now a major actor in america.
![Machine Kelly]()
Machine KellyMachine gun kelly, also known as mgk, is an american rapper and actor known for his rapid-fire delivery and energetic live performances.
![Jeffrey Dean Morgan]()
Jeffrey Dean MorganJeffrey dean morgan is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like grey's anatomy and the walking dead, as well as his portrayal...
![François Berléand]()
François BerléandFrench theater and film actor.
![Andie MacDowell]()
Andie MacDowellAndie macdowell is an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as 'groundhog day' and 'four weddings and a funeral'.
![Patti LuPone]()
Patti LuPonePatti lupone is a tony and grammy award-winning american actress and singer known for her powerful performances in musical theater,...
![Eddie Albert]()
Eddie AlbertEddie albert was an american actor known for his roles in film and television, including his iconic role as oliver wendell douglas in the tv...
![Ryan Stiles]()
Ryan StilesRyan stiles is a canadian-american actor and comedian best known for his work on the improv comedy show 'whose line is it anyway?'.
![Evelyne Bouix]()
Evelyne BouixFrench actress on the stage and in film, well-known for her interpretation of piaf in "edith and marcel", 1983.
April 22, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 68 years and 1 day old,
or 816 months and 1 day old,
or 3548 weeks and 2 days old,
or 24838 days old,
if you were born on April 22, 1956.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 22, 1956?
There are 364 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 22nd 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 22, 1956?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 22, 1956.
April 22, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 22, 1956:
- Vlastimil Lada-Sázavský
- Giuseppe Pierozzi
- Jan Šrámek
- Walt Faulkner
What famous deaths happened on April 22nd?
Famous deaths on April 22nd:
![Richard Nixon]()
Richard NixonAmerican lawyer, who became a u.s.
![Alida Valli]()
Alida ValliInternationally recognized italian actress.
![Erma Bombeck]()
Erma BombeckAmerican humorist and journalist, author of 11 books and a column that was read by millions across 700 cities.
![Shirley Knight]()
Shirley KnightAmerican actress (b. 1936).
![Walter Slezak]()
Walter SlezakAustrian-american actor, who won the tony award and n.y.
![Will Geer]()
Will GeerActor (grandpa walton–waltons), passes away at 75.
![Jane Froman]()
Jane FromanAmerican actress and singer (b. 1907).
![Irene Rich]()
Irene RichAmerican silent screen star, who was 16 at the time.
![Lionel Atwill]()
Lionel AtwillActor (captain blood and great waltz), died at 61.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 22nd
April 22, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 22, 1956:
- Brazil - Discovery Day.
Observances on April 22, 1956:
- International Mother Earth Day
Saints celebrated on April 22, 1956:
- Saints Soter and Caius
- Saint Leonidas (died 202)
- Saint Theodorus (d. 613)
April 22, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 22, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 16th and April 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 22, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 22, 1956 was The Poor People Of Paris by Winifred Atwell, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.
April 22, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 22, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 16th and April 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Winifred Atwell - The Poor People Of Paris
- The Dreamweavers - It's Almost Tomorrow
- Kay Starr - Rock And Roll Waltz
- The Hilltoppers - Only You
- Dave King With The Keynotes - Memories Are Made Of This
April 22, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 22, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Creature Walks Among Us
Release year: 1956
Directed by: John Sherwood
Starring: Jeff Morrow, Rex Reason, Leigh Snowden, Gregg Palmer
Country: United States of America
Our Miss Brooks
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Al Lewis
Starring: Eve Arden, Gale Gordon, Don Porter, Robert Rockwell
The Swan
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Charles Vidor
Starring: Grace Kelly, Alec Guinness, Louis Jourdan, Agnes Moorehead
Country: United States of America
A Kiss Before Dying
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Gerd Oswald
Starring: Robert Wagner, Jeffrey Hunter, Virginia Leith, Joanne Woodward
The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Nunnally Johnson
Starring: Gregory Peck, Jennifer Jones, Fredric March, Marisa Pavan
April 22, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 22, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Double Cross
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Armand Gazarian
The Tony Hancock Show
Release year: 1956
Starring: Tony Hancock, Clive Dunn, John Vere, June Whitfield
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
ARD-Fernsehlotterie - Ein Platz an der Sonne
Release year: 1956
Melodie der Welt
Release year: 1956
April 22, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 22, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Quiet American
By: Graham Greene
Graham Greene's classic exploration on love, innocence and morality in Vietnam. "I never knew a person who had better motives for all his trouble," Graham Greene’s narrator Fowler says.
The Search For Bridey Murphy
By: Morey Bernstein
This classic was first published in 1956 and is still relevant to today's New Age audience. It is well documented that Bridey Murphy, an Irish woman who spoke to a hypnotized patient through her Irish accent, was a true story.
Memoirs
By: Harry S. Truman
This invaluable account by President Truman gives extraordinary insight into the events and decisions which have shaped our world.
The Edge Of The Sea
By: Rachel Carson
"The edge is both a beautiful and strange place. The Edge of the Sea is a book that can be enjoyed for both pleasure and as a guide to practical identification.
How To Live 365 Days A Year
By: John A. Schindler
How to Live 365 days a Year is a classic self-help book that has sold over 1 million copies. It has been translated into 13 different languages.
Who was the US President on April 22, 1956?
On April 22, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 22, 1956?
On April 22, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 22, 1956?
On April 22, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about April 22nd?
April 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of April. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on April 22nd, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 luzon earthquake: 16 people are killed in a magnitude-6.1 earthquake that struck the towns of porac, lubao, pampanga, philippines, at 17:11 philippine standard time. the manila times. according to phivolcs the epicenter is 18 kilometres (11 miles) northeast of castillejos in zambales. phivolcs initially recorded the earthquake at magnitude 5.7. later, it was upgraded to 6.1.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. rival hamas members and fatah members clash at a tent set by the family mohammed ayoub (14 years old) to offer condolences for his death during the protests. hamas dismantles and orders everyone to leave the tent later.
- 2017 - Pope francis pays tribute to christians who died under communism and nazism at rome's basilica of st. bartholomew. he also names the wife of a muslim woman he met in lesbos (greece), and who was murdered by terrorists for refusing to drop her crucifix. francis called the lesbos camp a "concentration camp" and noted that many refugee camps, despite the goodwill of local communities, are often overcrowded and little more then prisons.
What happened in 1956?
1956 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
- KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
- KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for April 1956?
April 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
